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Why did Roy Orbison stand out as a 1950s musician?

Retry Correct Incorrect Roy Orbison stood out for a multitude of reasons during the 1950s. Most of his songs had vulnerable lyrics, which went against the machismo act of many male singers. He would also perform motionlessly, dressed in all black.

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Why did Roy Orbison stand out as a 1950s musician?

• All of these are correct
• He dyed his hair black to match his black clothes and sunglasses
• He would perform motionless
• His songs were vulnerable